CTA Belmont Crossover and Track Replacement

Location
Chicago, IL
Timeline
2023
Client
CTA – Chicago Transit Authority
PROJECT OVERVIEW

About This Project

John Burns removed and replaced the aging diamond crossove track and eight expansion gaps in the CTA Blue Line’s Kimball Subway. The work, completed over nine 54-hour weekend shutdowns with full service restored after each, required meticulous planning to minimize disruptions. This critical upgrade, including the replacement of the original 50-year-old Belmont crossover, supports increased ridership and ensures continued reliable service on one of the CTA’s busiest lines.

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Scope Of Work

  • Installation of new diamond crossover track.
  • Replacement of approximately 1,200 linear feet of track.
  • Construction of new underground and above ground traction power ductbanks and cabling.
  • Upgrades to signal systems and switch machines.
  • Installation of new underground drainage infrastructure.

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